Policy Support Officer (003086)

Having a diverse workforce that represents the wider Tasmanian community is very important to us and we actively encourage applications from people with disabilities, from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who may identify as LGBTQI+, and all genders. We also recognise the value, unique skills and knowledge that Aboriginal employees bring to the workplace and welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal people.

We support reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact person listed for this vacancy.

We understand that people have different needs to manage their work and life and to support people we embrace the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.

Up to 73.5 hours - flexible options available. 

1. Research policy issues to support advice and recommendations to the Department’s Executive and the Government.
2. Assist with the planning and delivery of Premier’s advisory council meetings.
3. Develop relationships and liaise with other State Agencies and stakeholders to seek advice to inform recommendations, monitoring and reporting.
4. Prepare correspondence, meeting papers, reports, Minutes and Briefing Notes, including Ministerial and Cabinet documentation.
5. Provide high-level administrative and secretariat support to committees and project teams.
6. The successful applicant may be allocated duties not explicitly mentioned in this document within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

A Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.

A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or research experience to a similar level.

 SOD - Policy Support Officer -003086.docx

 SOD - Policy Support Officer -003086.pdf

 Short Application - FAQs.DOCX

 Short Application - FAQs.pdf

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

You will be prompted to upload a 1-2 page short application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties and a resume.  

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application, please contact us prior to the closing date on (03) 6270 5*** or (03) 6270 5***.

Anna Hodgman
Policy Analyst
************@dpac.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6232 7***